(Name) had been running a bit late, but she finally made it to the trial. The atmosphere in the room was tense as she entered, the crowd thick with members of the Scouts, Military Police, and other military branches. The room buzzed with quiet murmurs as everyone awaited the outcome of the trial.
She could feel the weight of the moment pressing down on her. Eren’s fate was on the line, and everyone in the room had a strong opinion about what should be done. Commander Erwin and the rest of the Survey Corps were here to present their case, but the opposition was just as fierce.
Levi’s eyes scanned the crowd, his sharp gaze sweeping over everyone. His eyes met (Name)’s, and for a brief moment, the noise of the room seemed to fade away. He gave her a small, reassuring smile, one that she returned, though she couldn’t shake the unease gnawing at her stomach.
"As expected, concealing your presence proved impossible," the judge began, his voice cutting through the tension. "Unless we publicly disclose your existence in one fashion or another, we risk an outbreak of a new, non-Titan threat. It falls on me to decide which regiment should take charge of you."
The crowd fell silent as the judge looked over the room.
"Now, let’s hear what the Military Police proposes."
The tension in the room grew thicker, (Name) couldn’t help but hold her breath as Nile Dock, the commander of the Military Police, stood and presented his proposal.
"I, Nile Dock, Commander of the Military Police, offer the following proposal: We believe that, after thorough examination of Eren’s body, he should be disposed of immediately."
(Name)'s eyes widened in shock at Nile’s words. She felt her heart race in her chest. Dispose of him? The words echoed in her mind as disbelief spread through her. She couldn’t fathom that this was the suggestion. The thought of Eren being treated as nothing more than a threat to be eradicated made her stomach churn.
She turned her gaze to Eren, who was sitting quietly, his face pale. She could see the pain in his eyes, the fear of the unknown. Her heart went out to him.
She wished she could do something to help, to offer him a chance. He deserves a chance, doesn't he? she thought, frustration bubbling inside her.
"Next, let’s hear Scout Regiment’s idea," the judge called, breaking her thoughts.
Erwin Smith, Commander of the Scout Regiment, stood up and calmly addressed the room. His voice, filled with authority, carried across the room as he spoke his proposal.
"I, Erwin Smith, 13th Commander of the Scout Regiment, offer the following proposal: We intend to accept Eren as an official member of the Scout Regiment and utilize his ability to retake Wall Maria. That is all."
(Name)’s eyes were glued to Erwin as he spoke, her heart pounding in her chest. His words struck her. The idea of using Eren’s Titan abilities to help retake Wall Maria was bold, but it was their best chance at reclaiming lost ground.
But with the risks of such a plan, (Name) couldn’t help but feel a deep sense of unease. What if something went wrong? What if the risks outweighed the benefits?
Her thoughts raced as she absorbed the weight of Erwin’s words, her mind swirling with possibilities, questions, and doubts. The room fell silent as everyone waited for the final decision.
The arguments between the factions began to escalate as the debate grew more heated, with voices growing louder and tempers flaring. One older man stood up and ranted, his voice thick with frustration.
"Shouldn't we be sealing all the gates now? The gates are the only part that Colossal Titan can break! If we can just reinforce them, we’ll never get attacked again! We can’t put up with any more of your childish heroics!" he yelled, his anger boiling over.
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Under the Moon (Levi Ackerman x Reader)
Fanfiction(Name) is a girl who has thrown outside the Wall Rose. After a life full of hardship, she finally meets Levi. Levi, who is usually the type to yell at others for making a mistake, is kind and gentle towards her in a way that he has never been. (N...
